Onion Sauce for Meat
Elevate your meat dishes with this rich and flavorful onion sauce—a irresistibly savory blend of caramelized yellow onions, garlic, and fresh thyme simmered in a silky, stock-based sauce. This recipe strikes the perfect balance of heartiness and refinement, with the option to enhance its depth using a splash of white wine or add creaminess with a touch of heavy cream. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with steak, roasted pork, or chicken, making it a go-to for transforming any meal into a gourmet experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting upgrade to your weeknight meals, this onion sauce promises to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups beef or chicken stock
- 0.25 cup white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them thinly into rings or half-rings.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter has melted.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, until softened and golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the beef or chicken stock, stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce.
If using, add the white wine and stir. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Stir in the thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.
For a creamier sauce, stir in the heavy cream at the end and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Remove the sauce from heat and serve warm over your favorite meat, such as steak, roasted pork, or chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 2500 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
